STYLES, Bertha Louise (Rowsell) – 77, Halifax (formerly of Gander). With heavy hearts, we announce Bertha’s peaceful passing on September 7, 2011 at the QEII (VG Site), Halifax, after a courageous battle with ovarian cancer. Born in Beaumont, NL, Bertha was a daughter of the late Wesley and Elsie (Paddock) Rowsell. She grew up in St. Anthony, NL, and in 1957 moved with her husband Ken to Gander, where they raised their family, before moving to NS in 1991. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband Ken (2001), daughter Marion (2010), brother Ross (1988), and a number of sisters and brothers-in-law. Missing her dearly but left with many wonderful memories are her daughter Janice (Miller), Halifax, granddaughter Kimberly Miller (Halifax/St. John’s), sister Dorothy (Dot) Acreman (Ben), Gander, sisters-in-law Carrie Rowsell, St. Anthony, Emily Rodenhiser & Elizabeth Rose (Will), Bridgewater & Kentville, NS, brothers-in-law Albert Styles (Vickie) & Bruce Styles (Menie), St. John’s, along with many nieces, nephews, cousins and other dear friends & relatives. Bert enjoyed many interests over the years and experienced much throughout her life. Her family was always her first concern, and she enjoyed quality time with family & friends, dining out, nights with the Crib Group, and a glass of red wine. During her illness she was an inspiration to many for her amazing spirit, courage, determination & humour. She will be forever missed & remembered. Many thanks to all who helped in any way during this journey - especially dear friends Rosie & Tom Raymond, Drs. Rittenberg, Bentley, Rattray, Thelma, Jodi & the rest of the team at the Cancer Clinic, family Dr. B. Clarke, Dr. Natarajan, as well as staff of 5A, VG. Cremation has taken place and memorial services will be held in both NS & NL: Sunday, Sept 18, 2 pm, Atlantic Funeral Home, 125 Sackville Dr., Lower Sackville, and Saturday, Oct. 1, 2 pm, Salon D, Albatross Motel, TCH, Gander. If desired, donations in her memory may be made to any cancer-affiliated group, the SPCA or charity of choice.
“What the caterpillar calls the end of the world, the master calls a butterfly.”